In *Call of Duty: Black Ops 6* and *Warzone*, the return of the iconic PPSh-41 SMG has fans excited. This highly effective weapon offers unique advantages in different game modes. Below, we'll explore the best PPSh-41 loadouts for *Black Ops 6* Multiplayer and Zombies, ensuring you're equipped to dominate the battlefield.
How To Unlock the PPSh-41 in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
In *Call of Duty* Season 2, unlocking the PPSh-41 is straightforward via the Battle Pass. This classic Submachine Gun is featured as the High Value Target on Page 6, with an Ultra rarity Blueprint available on Page 14. To unlock it as quickly as possible, ensure your Battle Pass Tokens are set to Auto: Off, allowing you to strategically spend them on the necessary items to get the SMG. If you're a Season 2 BlackCell owner, you have the advantage of instantly skipping to one page of your choice, which, combined with the included tier skips, can fast-track you to Page 6 and secure the PPSh-41 right away.
Best PPSh-41 Loadout in Black Ops 6 Multiplayer
In *Black Ops 6* Multiplayer, the PPSh-41 excels as a high-capacity, high-fire-rate SMG, perfect for close-quarters combat and multi-kills. However, its significant recoil can make aiming, especially for headshots, challenging. Here are the optimal attachments to maximize its potential:
- Compensator – Enhances Vertical Recoil Control.
- Long Barrel – Boosts Damage Range.
- Vertical Foregrip – Improves Horizontal Recoil Control.
- Extended Mag II – Increases Magazine Ammo Capacity from 32 to 55 rounds, with slight drawbacks to Aim Down Sight Speed, Reload Quickness, and Sprint to Fire Speed.
- Balanced Stock – Enhances Hipfire Movement Speed, Strafing Movement Speed, Sprint to Fire Speed, and Movement Speed.
This configuration significantly improves the PPSh-41's accuracy and increases its magazine size and mobility, making it ideal for flanking and surprise attacks. Despite its high fire rate leading to rapid ammo consumption, pairing it with the right perks can enhance its aggressive playstyle:
- Perk 1: Flak Jacket – Reduces damage from explosives and fire.
- Perk 2: Assassin – Marks enemies on a kill streak on the minimap and lets you collect Bounty Packs for extra Score.
- Perk 3: Double Time – Extends the duration of Tactical Sprint.
- Perk Greed: Scavenger – Allows you to resupply ammo and equipment from defeated enemies.
These perks unlock the Enforcer Combat Specialty, granting a temporary boost to movement speed and health regeneration rate after kills.
PPSh-41 Loadout Changes for Ranked Play
In Ranked Play, where different attachments and perks are available, you'll need to adjust your PPSh-41 loadout. Use the same base build but replace the Extended Mag II with Recoil Springs, as the former isn't available in this mode. Here are the recommended perks:
- Perk 1: Dexterity
- Perk 2: Fast Hands
- Perk 3: Double Time
- Perk 4: Flak Jacket
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Best PPSh-41 Loadout for Black Ops 6 Zombies
Zombies enthusiasts fondly remember the PPSh-41 for its rapid fire rate and high magazine capacity, offering excellent damage per second and mobility. This makes it an ideal choice for tackling hordes in close-quarters maps like The Tomb in *Black Ops 6*. Here's the best setup for the PPSh-41 in Zombies:
- Suppressor – Increases the chance to drop extra salvage.
- Long Barrel – Improves Damage Range.
- Vertical Foregrip – Enhances Horizontal Recoil Control.
- Extended Mag II – Boosts Magazine Ammo Capacity from 32 to 55 rounds, with minor penalties to Aim Down Sight Speed, Reload Quickness, and Sprint to Fire Speed.
- Quickdraw Stock – Significantly improves Aim Down Sight Speed.
- Steady Aim Laser – Improves Hipfire Spread.
- Recoil Springs – Enhances both Horizontal and Vertical Recoil Control.
This combination ensures the PPSh-41 remains accurate and mobile, perfect for securing critical kills. Note that popular attachments like the CHF Barrel and Rapid Fire are omitted due to their weak performance and increased recoil on the PPSh-41.
To optimize your PPSh-41 loadout in *Black Ops 6* Zombies, focus on improving reload time and critical kill capabilities. Utilize Speed Cola with the Classic Formula Major Augment, and enhance your critical damage with the Dead Head Major Augment for Deadshot Daiquiri.
*Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC*.